Hollyhock - Flower Names

Name Orchard

Hollyhock

/ˈhɒliˌhɒk/

🔥🔥

Uncommon

Meaning

The flowering plant Alcea rosea, known for its tall stalks and vibrant blooms

Represents resilience and natural elegance, thriving in old-world gardens and often returning year after year with minimal care

Symbolism

Embodies ambition, fertility, and the beauty of enduring growth; historically linked to abundance and protection in folk traditions

Etymology: Derived from Old English 'holehocc', combining 'holen' (marshmallow, related to the mallow family) and 'hoc' (mallow), referring to its botanical classification in the Malvaceae family

Style & Origin

nature inspired

unique

english

Cultural Background

Originating in English-speaking regions, Hollyhock is rooted in traditional garden flora and carries

nameorchard.com

Explore More Flower Names

Discover hundreds of beautiful names in this category